Discuss the relationship between the rise in obesity levels and the higher incidence of type 2 diabetes in Americans


The development of this common type of diabetes is most likely to occur in overweight and obese, inactive people. Approximately 60% of people who develop type 2 diabetes are obese, and 30% are overweight.

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A rational approach for someone wanting to try complementary and alternative medicine is to ________.

A. keep a record of symptoms and practices followed B. try at least 2 complementary and alternative medical practices at once C. take advice from a trusted friend D. All of these approaches are rational.

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What is a benefit of using a selective menu??

A) ?Patients can decide whether or not to follow their nutrition plans. B) ?Patients become more familiar with the foods included in modified diets. C) ?The foodservice department saves money because fewer foods are served. D) ?Risks associated with noncompliance are reduced.

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The symptoms Carlota experiences following dairy consumption may be caused by _____

a. a soy intolerance b. lactose maldigestion c. sulfite sensitivity d. tyramine sensitivity e. MSG sensitivity

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